Abstract
The paper summarizes the goals of eco-tourism. The paper discusses the strengths and weaknesses of Whale Watch Kaikoura. The writer briefly discusses the opportunities for this company, and the threats that exist. The paper discusses the reaction of the locals to unaccustomed tourism and the preference given to the Maoris on the whale-watch concessions. The paper details a brief financial analysis of the company. In conclusion, the paper states that the venture has exceeded all expectations and that profits have been used to take young people off welfare and give them skills and a future. The paper also details some ideas that Whale Watch Kaikoura has for future growth and development. Table of Contents: Executive Summary Swot Analysis Strengths - No Competitors - Focus on Eco-Tourism - Whaleway Station - Aggressive Marketing Weaknesses - Response to Needs Has Been Reactive - Need to Diversity Activities Opportunities - Increase in Tourism - Expansion Threats - Inadequate Maintenance of Tourism Infrastructure - Competition Issues Financial Analysis Evaluation and Conclusions Bibliography

From the Paper
"A simple idea, a great deal of vision and drive, some luck and a lot of courage has brought Whale Watch Kaikoura to the point where it is now beginning to show a profit. In the course of its development, this enterprise has given more life to its host town than could ever have been expected. And as land-based services and other adventure tourism activities have grown, a number of other environmentally sustainable activities, many based on marine mammals, have developed off-shore."

Tags:maori, nature, recreation

Abstract
This paper gives a detailed examination of the classification, environment, feeding habits and life cycle of the majestic whale shark. Initially, the author tries to debunk myths about sharks, basing them on folklore and cinematic portrayals of sharks. Then, the paper continues by giving an in-depth description the discovery of the whale shark and different aspects of its life and habitat. In particular, the author brings to light the debate over the whale shark's reproductive life. The paper concludes with a discussion of the whale shark's only predator, man, and how continued hunting of this creature puts its numbers at risk.

From the Paper
"The first Whale shark was discovered and described by a man named Andrew Smith back in 1828. The shark was caught in Table Bay, South Africa by harpoon and made its historical debut into marine classification and taxonomy. Whale sharks are also commonly referred to as "basking sharks". In the kingdom Animalia, from the phylum Chordata, which means to possess a spinal chord, there are two classes for spinal chord fish. One is called Chondrichthyes, and the other is called Osteichthyes."

Tags:Whale Shark, Carpet Sharks, Elasmobranchii, Shark, Ocean

Abstract
This paper discusses "Frankenstein," a 1931 film released by Universal Studios and directed by well-known genre director James Whale, who also directed its sequel. The writer focuses on the way the film treats human relationships. The paper posits that four key relationships form the central structure of the plot's development and create a multi-faceted picture of functional and destructive relationships.

From the Paper
"It is loosely based upon the original 19th century novel by Mary Shelley and also a later play by Peggy Webling, with the script composed by at least five separate screenwriters ("Frankenstein.") Over the years since its release it has become the most well known of many Frankenstein adaptations and its portrayal of the Monster made Boris Karloff famous as well as establishing the iconic appearance of the Monster for many sequels and pastiches over the years."

Tags:frankenstein, whale, karloff

Abstract
This paper examines how many communities in which there are high crime rates have introduced neighborhood watch groups. According to the paper, experience has shown that citizen efforts to patrol their neighborhoods serves as an effective deterrent, for criminals seek out more vulnerable neighborhoods once they see that residents have formed neighborhood watch groups and are taking proactive measures to protect their streets and homes from crime.

From the Paper
"In many communities where crime rates are high and the police have been ineffective, concerned citizens have formed neighborhood watch groups in order to identify and report criminal activity. Experience has shown that citizen efforts to patrol their neighborhoods serves as an effective deterrent, for criminals seek out more vulnerable neighborhoods once they see that residents have formed neighborhood watch groups and are taking proactive measures to protect their streets and homes from crime...."

Tags:neighborhood, watch, group

Abstract
In this article, the writer studies the implementation of a neighborhood watch program. The writer analyzes police records to ascertain the crime rate before the institution of the neighborhood watch program and the crime rate after institution of the program. This study must examine not merely the rate of crime but the rate and source of complaints, suggesting that the program should increase the number of citizen reports of suspicious activity.

From the Paper
"In this study, a small suburb of a large metropolitan has implemented a Neighborhood Watch Program, and the goal now is to determine if the program is having any effect on the volume of complaints received about suspicious behavior, deviant behavior, and crime. The analysis of this issue will take place in two parts. The first part is simply an analysis of ..."

Tags:neighborhood, watch, program

Abstract
The paper compares the symbol of the umbilical cord in Witi Ihimaera's book "The Whale Rider" with the symbol of the rope in Niki Caro's film "Whale Rider". The paper shows how these symbols are portrayed differently in each of the works, as well as how they share a similar connection with the characters of Kahu and Pai.

From the Paper
"Though the symbolisms behind the umbilical cord and the ropes have certain similarities, they also hold many differences. One main factor that differentiates the umbilical cord from the ropes is that the umbilical cord remains as one piece and remains safe underground, whereas the ropes break during both instances that they are used in Whale Rider. It can be inferred from this that Ihimaera is trying to convey that the Maori people's culture is fading and that the umbilical cord is a source of life, a life that will ultimately be brought to the Maori people through Kahu. The location where the umbilical cord was buried also holds a meaning that relates to society today; the girl's umbilical cord was buried in front of the meeting house (23), which can mean that women are moving closer and gaining control of the things that were once strictly for men. Caro conveys the same meaning of life through Kahu but in a different way; the rope serves as a form of weakness that is found in Maori culture because the rope used to save the whale, also signifying Maori life, break (121)."

Tags:Maori, culture, gender, equality, ancestors, life

Abstract
In this article, the writer discusses that one of the most attractive, yet mad aspects of the character of Ahab in Herman Melville's Moby Dick is the way that Ahab seems to attribute morality and intelligent design to the natural world, as embodied in the persona of the white whale Moby Dick. The writer explains that Ahab lost his leg to Moby Dick long ago, and he is determined the whale will pay for this transgression. Ahab is so bent upon his quest in avenging himself against nature that even when he admits that the whale may not have intended to take his leg it does not matter. The writer notes that Ahab says human beings must act as though life has meaning, even though life may be arbitrary and meaningless.

From the Paper
"In other words, there may be a moral intelligence behind animals like the whale, in Ahab's view, and God or some intelligent force is acting behind the manipulation of the objects or pasteboard creations. After all, God gave the whale many human-like characteristics, like the need to be warm and the need to breathe above water, even though God also gave the whale the ability to do these things naturally, without recourse to culture like blankets and breathing apparatus. And Ahab believes that because Moby Dick deprived him of his leg, he must act as if there is moral, intelligent design and reason to the universe, and take vengeance upon either the whale itself or upon the forces or being that gave the whale the power to act against his leg."

Tags:vengeance, human, leg, narrator

Abstract
This paper discusses "Whale Rider," a movie based on a book of the same name, and some of its themes. The writer describes the movie in detail, showing how it illustrates the value of family and community and demonstrates that leadership can come from unexpected places. The heroine, Pai, is not considered for tribal leadership because she is female, even though she demonstrates all of the abilities that a chief should possess. This is finally overturned after the movie's climax, when Pai takes control of and saves the situation. The paper concludes that this film reminds us all to value individuals for their personal strengths, even if these strengths are not the ones that were originally desired.

From the Paper
"There are a number of themes within this movie, one of which is the deterioration of the traditional ways of the tribe. The young adults of the tribe are straying from the community and ancient ways. They are not teaching their children the values and traditions of their culture. Worse than that is the infiltration of the outside world into the closed, rural community. Pai's grandmother and her friends are secretly smoking cigarettes. Her uncle is fat and lazy and is seen with a marijuana pipe. The young teenage boys congregate on the school grounds and bully the other children. At least one group of young men of the community shirks their family responsibilities and go off for days at a time."

Tags:chieftain, determination, patriarchy, roots, ancestor, descendant

Abstract
The paper discusses how "Whale Rider" is the story of a girl, destiny and the making of a legend. The paper portrays the story of Pai, a girl who assumes the leadership of her tribe. The paper shows how it is the construction of a contemporary legend that establishes the importance of the feminine in safeguarding aboriginal culture and the environment it depends on for meaning. The paper illustrates how in the modern world of capitalist patriarchy, her people, their environment and she herself as a girl are all devalued.

From the Paper
"One of the most common communication media to have the crosstalk problem is an inhomogeneous multi-conductor transmission line, a so-called twisted-pair. Since crosstalk is the interference generated by one signal in the twisted-pair to the signal in its adjacent partner causing distortion to the transmitting signals, it becomes essential to minimize the crosstalk since high bandwidth is always aimed. This could be achieved by proper arrangement of twisted-pairs within a bundle."

Tags:whalerider, ecofeminism, legend

Abstract
The paper discusses community policing neighborhood watch programs that aim to deter crime in their neighborhoods and identifies the major principles that distinguish community policing from conventional law enforcement. The paper points out the goals of campus watch as well as the impact of community service and volunteering on students. Finally, the paper looks at strategies for university and college campus public safety and highlights the benefits of colleges and universities developing a multidisciplinary crisis management team.

Outline:
Community Policing Neighborhood Watch Programs
Major Principles of the Program
College and University Partnerships
Student Volunteers
Strategies for University and College Campus Public Safety
A Multidisciplinary Approach

From the Paper
"As already stated previously in this review community policing "supports the systematic use of partnerships." (Community Policing Dispatch, 2008) College and university campuses are stated to be a "rich source of volunteers for law enforcement agencies in higher education settings. Despite being an inherently transient population, the university community can help their campus police departments provide valuable crime prevention and public safety services." (VIPS in Focus, 2009) The College of Lake County Illinois reports that the goals of campus watch are: (1) to encourage extensive community involvement in the reduction of crime and criminal activity; (2) to provide a forum for the exchange and coordination on ideas, concepts and strategies to prevent or reduce crime; (3) to educate members of the College community in crime prevention matters; (4) to focus attention on all issues relating to crime prevention; (5) to share with all segments of the campus community and the campus watch organization matters relating to the continued development of a comprehensive plan for the prevention of crime; (6) to encourage the education of all members of the community in matters which increase personal and community safety; and (7) to encourage maximum cooperation and communication between all community members and the Campus Safety Department toward the goal of crime prevention. (College of Lake County, Illinois, 2008)"

Tags:safety, security, crime, campus